Brett Schmeizer(He/Him/His)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
New York
Addiction- Anxiety - Couples counseling- Depression-Psychotic disorders- Relationship issues-
Brett Schmeizer
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Professional statement
Brett Schmeizer is a licensed clinical social worker in New York State. He works primarily with adults experiencing anxiety, depression and addiction. His other areas of focus are talk therapy and marital counseling.
Brett has 18+ years of working with adults who suffer from mental illness, as well as those who struggle with addiction. Throughout his career, he has become highly effective in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, while supervising other licensed therapists to help strengthen their professional growth. Brett also trained nursing staff on how to assist the homeless population during the 2022-2023 subway initiative, earning him the 2023 Distinguished Service Award.
Brett has earned a Bachelor Of Arts at Stony Brook University and a Master of Social Work at Adelphi University. He also co-wrote and co-researched a published article in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research.
Brett is available for telehealth sessions for adults that reside in New York State, and would be happy to schedule a free brief consultation.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 11 years
NYC Employee, Research Scientist, 2023 - Present
Department Of Health, Special Consultant II, 2019 - 2023
Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Clinical Supervisor, 2016 - 2019
Mental Health Association of Nassau County, Supervisor, 2012 - 2016
Maryhaven Center of Hope, Team Leader, 2010 - 2012
Mercy Medical Center, Rehab Specialist, 2008 - 2010
Adelphi University, Master Of Social Work, 2014
Stony Brook University, Bachelors, 2006
Licensure
New York: 093043Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Psychotic disorders - Supporting individuals and families to manage symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and agitations while maintaining healthy, supportive relationships
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
Brett Schmeizer is not in-network with any insurances.
Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$200 (45min)